2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 978 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
